Medications and preventatives such as heartworm prevention (include clear and specific instructions)

Cotton swabs

Tweezers

Styptic powder (clotting agent)

Syringe or eye-dropper

Towel and washcloth

Latex or non-allergenic gloves

Evacuation Care for Birds

Transport in a secure cage/ carrier. Do not let out.

Carry a mister to mist their feathers and a towel to cover bag/carrier.

Do not put water in cage for transport. Instead provide slices of fruit or veggies with high water content (e.g. - watermelon).

Bring favorite treats and toys to keep them busy and comfortable.

Evacuation Care for Critters

Using a secure, covered cage or carrier to transport small mammals will make them feel safe and reduce stress.

In addition to the items listed for a Pet Evacuation Kit, include the following items to ensure your critters are comfortable during evacuation:

Dietary supplements

Extra bedding materials

Appropriate exercise equipment

Evacuation Care for Livestock

Locate and pre-arrange an evacuation site for equine/livestock to be moved to. Possible sites include:

Show grounds

Race tracks

Stables

Fair grounds

Veterinarian

Stockyards or auction facilities

Make sure animals are familiar with being loaded into a trailer.

If you do not have enough trailers to transport all of your animals, contact neighbors, local haulers, farmers or other transportation to establish available resources.

Ensure animals have ID. Brands, microchips, tattoos, halter tags or livestock markings on animal's side can help reunite you with your livestock if you become separated.

As Disaster Approaches…

At the first warning or sign of a disaster, act to protect you and your pet.

Call to confirm emergency shelter arrangements for you and your pet.

Make sure your pet's disaster kit is ready.

Bring pets into the house so you won't have to search for them if you have to evacuate in a hurry.

Make sure all cats and dogs are wearing collars with ID tags securely fastened.

In case evacuation occurs when you are not at home…

Find a trusted neighbor who can bring your pets and meet at a pre-arranged location.

Make sure this person is familiar with your pets, and knows where supplies and a house key are located.

The best way to protect your family from the effects of a disaster is to have a disaster plan. If you are a pet parent, that plan includes your pets.

Evacuation Locations

In case of a disaster, pet-friendly hurricane and tsunami disaster shelters will be announced on radio and local television stations. For a current list of hurricane shelters in your area, please visit https://mauiready.org/emergency-shelter-locations/.

After A Disaster
Be cautious when letting your pet loose outdoors after a disaster. Familiar scents and landmarks may have been altered causing your pet to be confused or even lost. If your pet becomes lost, immediately call and visit the Maui Humane Society!

If you would like to volunteer or help with a pet-friendly shelter in your area please contact the MHS Volunteer Coordinator at (808) 877-3680 ext. 224.